One Piece has recently been building up the stage for some prominent reveals with the Egghead Arc. Toei Animation dropped the first look into episode 1097. The first few episodes of One Piece: Egghead Arc have been gradually showcasing Luffy and the Straw Hats getting to know about Egghead Island. As it is, this island is the future lair of Dr. Vegapunk’s mysterious military experiments.
One Piece episode 1097 release date, plot, and more
One Piece episode 1097 is titled “The Will of Ohara! The Inherited Research”, and it will premiere on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. JST. Fans can stream the upcoming episode on platforms like Crunchyroll after its release on the local Japanese networks.
Following are the release times of One Piece episode 1097 in different time zones:
- Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 7 p.m. PDT
- Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 9 p.m. CT
- Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 10 p.m. EST
- Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 3 a.m. GMT
The previous episode introduced Dr. Vegapunk to the audience. It was also hinted that he might have connections to Ohara and Luffy’s father, Dragon. Previously, episode 1096 laid the groundwork for what Dr. Vegapunk has learned about the past and the Void Century itself. Thus, the upcoming episode is expected to continue the narrative.
The promotional teaser for the upcoming episode reveals a bit about the plot. The storyline is teased as follows: “A scientist with an inner passion and a young man with a fighting spirit to start a revolution. Vegapunk and Dragon’s past is revealed by Shaka. A wish for the future quietly passed down from Ohara’s scholars moves the hearts of the Straw Hats from the next generation.”
Stay tuned for more updates on One Piece.
